Despite our best efforts, occasionally we discover a correction is needed after our magazine goes to print. Additionally, some stores must update their contact or store hours after the Shop Hop begins. Check this list of updates and corrections and also refer to the stores page for up-to-date information. 2025 Magazine Updates Maps: The East...
In July 2005, while current owner Julie Haymes was working as a nurse-midwife delivering babies in California, shop founder Joyce Hartley had recently left her career in the software industry to embark on an exciting Quilting Adventure in the Lakeside neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. Joyce wanted to bring something new to the local quilting scene:...
The Lancaster County area is home to a large number of quilters, most of whom come from the Amish and Mennonite communities. In Lancaster County, there exists a rich tradition of quilt patterns that have originated from the Amish and Mennonite communities. These patterns have garnered worldwide attention and admiration, but they hold a particularly...
Quilting has a rich history in Lancaster County, particularly within Amish and Mennonite communities. Its origins in America date back to early settlers, when resourcefulness was essential. Due to limited access to materials, women repurposed fabric remnants from clothing and domestic items to make quilts, primarily for warmth during cold winters. These early quilts were...
Artistic Artifacts, a fabric and art supply store in Alexandria, VA, has been awarded one of four inaugural Creative Hub Awards at the 2025 International Local Quilt Shop Contest. The award recognizes the shop’s positive local community impact, educational opportunities, and inspiring atmosphere based on customer comments highlighting their personal connections that support creativity. “All...
Sharon Yenter opened In The Beginning in downtown Seattle, Washington in 1977. Sharon was a talented sewer and often had a hard time finding quality fabrics to use in her projects. Opening her own store seemed to be the perfect answer and was the start of a company that has become a creative force in...
Island Batik brings the timeless art of Batik to life in the heart of Bali! As creators of exceptional Batik fabrics, we take pride in weaving together the rich cultural heritage of Indonesia with contemporary craftsmanship. At Island Batik, we deeply appreciate the roots of our Batik. Our skilled artisans meticulously employ the traditional...
While many people know that the OLFA® rotary cutter was introduced in 1979, our story really begins in 1956. In 1956 Mr. Yoshio Okada, the founder of OLFA CORPORATION, invented the world’s first Snap-Off Blade Cutter. The inspiration for this incredible idea came from breaking off segments of chocolate bars and analyzing the snap edges...
